Uploaded October 2024 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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This is a bug that people unknowingly eat nearly everyday. It's an insect called a "cochineal" and is often used in food as a red dye. You might find it in the ingredients of candy - like Nerd Gummy Clusters - food, and even cosmetics under the name "carmine color". This video answers the questions:

Are there insects in candy?
What is a cochineal?
What is carmine color?

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